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Master Walk-in Closet in Licorice Finish and Flat Panel Drawers with Brushed Chrome Accessories: Closet Rod, Slide-out Pant Rack, Slide-out Basket and Handles

Neolith Textile White
Dedicated laundry room - mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room idea in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer
Dedicated laundry room - mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room idea in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Utility Closet with Slatwall and hanging baskets for cleaning supplies.
Photography by Michael Woodall
Inspiration for a contemporary closet remodel in Phoenix
Inspiration for a contemporary closet remodel in Phoenix
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Ryan Theede
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped gray floor utility room design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped gray floor utility room design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Kate Osborne
Laundry room - transitional laundry room idea in Salt Lake City
Laundry room - transitional laundry room idea in Salt Lake City

Our clients wanted to utilize this particular area of their home and really give it a function. It has been many things over the years: bonus room, dining area, etc. The kitchen is the natural gathering spot. They wanted to create a space that was an extension of the kitchen for entertaining and serving family and friends.
Architect, Cynthia Karegeannes was hired to draw up plans for a mudroom to corral the couple’s two dogs and stash the pet’s leashes, treats, etc. A large butler pantry was imagined with a full size refrigerator, prep sink, dishwasher and custom cabinetry to have items handy for entertaining. Innovative Construction, helped finalize the details and implemented the plans for the new addition. Interior Designer, Beth Weltlich with The House Dressing worked with homeowners, to select materials and finishes to unify the areas of the existing kitchen and the new spaces. A custom banquette was created with room under the staircase so that all of the space could be utilized. Furniture and accessories are still in the works as the homeowners let the area evolve to see exactly what their needs are. A collaborative effort-for sure!
The challenges included creating three separate areas (mudroom, banquette and butler pantry) with storage and versatility in one existing space. Having this additional space that was not always utilized, the homeowners feel the new addition will become an integral part of the families' living area.

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Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
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Inspiration for a transitional open concept dark wood floor family room remodel in Atlanta with white walls and a tv stand

Modern laundry room and mudroom with natural elements. Casual yet refined, with fresh and eclectic accents. Natural wood, tile flooring, custom cabinetry.

Description: Interior Renovation of Mid-Century Modern Kitchen - Interior Architecture/Renderings/Photography: HAUS | Architecture
Mid-sized 1960s l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances
Mid-sized 1960s l-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Benjamin Benschneider
Example of a mid-sized minimalist two-story wood exterior home design in Seattle
Example of a mid-sized minimalist two-story wood exterior home design in Seattle

Jennifer Van Elk
Inspiration for a small transitional galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops
Inspiration for a small transitional galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor dedicated laundry room remodel in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, gray walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

A niche in the wall next to the sink disappears when the closet door slides in front of it.
Small danish home design photo in Other
Small danish home design photo in Other

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Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
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Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel.
After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home.
Living Room
Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens.
Dining Room
Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together
Kitchen
We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists.
Office
We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors
Powder Room
The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold.
Master Bathroom
The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat.
The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements.
Photographer: John Hession

This project is an incredible transformation and the perfect example of successful style mixing! This client, and now a good friend of TVL (as they all become), is a wonderfully eclectic and adventurous one with immense interest in texture play, pops of color, and unique applications. Our scope in this home included a full kitchen renovation, main level powder room renovation, and a master bathroom overhaul. Taking just over a year to complete from the first design phases to final photos, this project was so insanely fun and packs an amazing amount of fun details and lively surprises. The original kitchen was large and fairly functional. However, the cabinetry was dated, the lighting was inefficient and frankly ugly, and the space was lacking personality in general. Our client desired maximized storage and a more personalized aesthetic. The existing cabinets were short and left the nice height of the space under-utilized. We integrated new gray shaker cabinets from Waypoint Living Spaces and ran them to the ceiling to really exaggerate the height of the space and to maximize usable storage as much as possible. The upper cabinets are glass and lit from within, offering display space or functional storage as the client needs. The central feature of this space is the large cobalt blue range from Viking as well as the custom made reclaimed wood range hood floating above. The backsplash along this entire wall is vertical slab of marble look quartz from Pental Surfaces. This matches the expanse of the same countertop that wraps the room. Flanking the range, we installed cobalt blue lantern penny tile from Merola Tile for a playful texture that adds visual interest and class to the entire room. We upgraded the lighting in the ceiling, under the cabinets, and within cabinets--we also installed accent sconces over each window on the sink wall to create cozy and functional illumination. The deep, textured front Whitehaven apron sink is a dramatic nod to the farmhouse aesthetic from KOHLER, and it's paired with the bold and industrial inspired Tournant faucet, also from Kohler. We finalized this space with other gorgeous appliances, a super sexy dining table and chair set from Room & Board, the Paxton dining light from Pottery Barn and a small bar area and pantry on the far end of the space. In the small powder room on the main level, we converted a drab builder-grade space into a super cute, rustic-inspired washroom. We utilized the Bonner vanity from Signature Hardware and paired this with the cute Ashfield faucet from Pfister. The most unique statements in this room include the water-drop light over the vanity from Shades Of Light, the copper-look porcelain floor tile from Pental Surfaces and the gorgeous Cashmere colored Tresham toilet from Kohler. Up in the master bathroom, elegance abounds. Using the same footprint, we upgraded everything in this space to reflect the client's desire for a more bright, patterned and pretty space. Starting at the entry, we installed a custom reclaimed plank barn door with bold large format hardware from Rustica Hardware. In the bathroom, the custom slate blue vanity from Tharp Cabinet Company is an eye catching statement piece. This is paired with gorgeous hardware from Amerock, vessel sinks from Kohler, and Purist faucets also from Kohler. We replaced the old built-in bathtub with a new freestanding soaker from Signature Hardware. The floor tile is a bold, graphic porcelain tile with a classic color scheme. The shower was upgraded with new tile and fixtures throughout: new clear glass, gorgeous distressed subway tile from the Castle line from TileBar, and a sophisticated shower panel from Vigo. We finalized the space with a small crystal chandelier and soft gray paint. This project is a stunning conversion and we are so thrilled that our client can enjoy these personalized spaces for years to come. Special thanks to the amazing Ian Burks of Burks Wurks Construction for bringing this to life!

Ken Winders
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor laundry room remodel in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor laundry room remodel in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Example of a large trendy single-wall utility room design in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Dedicated laundry room - large transitional l-shaped travertine floor dedicated laundry room idea in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

Front close up of the centralized equipment rack for the home theater, housed in a nearby utility room.
Greg Premru Photography
Home theater - large transitional enclosed carpeted home theater idea in Boston with gray walls and a projector screen
Home theater - large transitional enclosed carpeted home theater idea in Boston with gray walls and a projector screen
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